Product Details
| Model | Biostat B-DCU |
| Brand | SARTORIUS |
| Category | Bioreactors |
| Posted | 23.02.2026 |
| Views | 309 |
Product Specifications
- Laboratory Bioreactors
- Yes
- Personal Bioreactors
- Yes
- Non-invasive Bioreactors
- Yes
- Automated Bioreactors
- Yes
- Microfluidic Bioreactors
- Yes
Pre-Owned - Excellent SARTORIUS Biostat B-DCU
USASeller:
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USA
The Company Boston Industries Inc. based in the USA and specialized on the recovery and sale of used laboratory and medical equipment.
Description
Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 6-Fold Cell Culture Bioreactor Univessel System
Internal part number 57641
For Sale Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 6-Fold Cell Culture Bioreactor Univessel System
- Fully Functional
- Serviced & in Stock
- Current Model
- Good cosmetic condition
- Technical sales consultation available
- WARRANTY
- Optional remote instrument setup and training are available
Here is what you will receive:
- (1x) BioPat DCU Tower
- (6x) Biostat B-DCU Cell Culture bioreactor stations
- (6x) 2L vessel/Single-walled UniVessel Glass
- (6x) Feed/supply weight scales with data cable and AC adapter (Feed/Supply Scales)
- (2x) Vessel Scales
- (6x) 185W Heating blanket
- (6x) 225mm pH sensor
- (6x) Temp Sensors
- (6x) 225mm dissolved oxygen sensors
Each station includes:
- Power cord
- Connection cable to BioPat DCU Tower
- Agitation motor w/ attached cable
- pH extension cable
- O2 extension cable
- Temp sensor w/ cable
Sartorius Stedim Biostat B Bioreactor Controller Configuration Same for 6 Towers:
Gas flow supply connections
| Gas flow control | 4 TMFCs (Thermal Mass Flow Controller), Precision: ±0.3% full scale; ± 0.5% current value |
| Gas outlets | Additive flow 4-gas (Air, O2, N2, CO2) aeration module with single gas outlets per gassing line |
| (Gas-in) Supply ports | Air, O2, N2, CO2; Maximum 1.5 barg (22 psi) |
| (Gas-out) Sparge connection |
- Air: 0-300ccm
|
Controller peristaltic pumps
| Built-in Pumps: | 4 Watson Marlow 114, fixed speed (on|off controlled) pumps with rotary switch |
| Pump Designations & Rotation Range: | Base, Acid (5 rpm); Subs-A, Subs-B (44 rpm) |
Univessel Glass 2 L (SW)
| Space requirement in the autoclave without a flexible adapter for the exhaust cooler | Diameter mm 220.0 / Height mm 507.0 |
| Mixing: | 3-blade segment impeller |
| Aeration: | Ring sparger |
Motor drive
| Drive unit: | 200 W motor for 1L–10L Vessel |
| Stirrer shaft coupling: | Direct Coupling |
| Agitation range with direct drive: | 20-2000 RPM |
Temperature Control Module
| Temperature control for Univessel Glass Single-wall Culture Vessels |
External heating blanket and cooling finger
|
| Temperature control range: | 8 DegC above cooling-water inlet temperature up to 60 DegC |
| Heating 185W blanket capacities for 2L vessel: | 170W |
Controller digital connections/inputs
| Port Label | Typical Accessory / Sensor | Purpose / Use |
|---|---|---|
| Temp | Pt-100 Temperature Sensor (M12 plug) | Measures culture vessel temperature. |
| PH-A/Redox-A | pH sensor A or Redox sensor A (VP8 plug) | Monitors pH and redox potential in the culture medium. |
| PO2-A | DO (Dissolved Oxygen) Sensor A (VP8 plug) | Measures dissolved oxygen in the medium. |
| Press | Pressure Sensor (M12 plug) | Monitors headspace or vessel pressure. |
| Ext.Sig-A/B | External Signal Input A/B (M12 plug) | Allows integration of analog signal inputs (0–10 V / 4–20 mA). |
| Ext.Sig-C/D | External Signal Input C/D (M12 plug) | Additional analog signal inputs for extended control or monitoring. |
| Ext.Sig-E/F | External Signal Input E/F (M12 plug) | Analog signal inputs; often used for weight balances or external sensors. |
| Heating blanket | Heating Jacket (Amphenol plug) | Heats single-walled culture vessels (up to 780W). |
| Exhaust Cooler (return) | Cooling Loop Return (Serto gland d 8 mm) | Returns exhaust cooling water from condenser. |
| Exhaust Cooler (inlet) | Cooling Loop Inlet (Serto gland d 8 mm) | Supplies cooling water to exhaust condenser. |
| Thermostat (return) | Thermostat Water Return (Serto gland d 10 mm) | Returns water from the vessel jacket or cooling blanket. |
| Thermostat (inlet) | Thermostat Water Inlet (Serto gland d 10 mm) | Supplies cooling/heating water to the vessel. |
| Ethernet, DCU-Tower | Ethernet Control Link (M12 plug) | Connects control tower to DCU system. |
| Fieldbus | Fieldbus Communication Port (M12 plug) | Enables communication via protocols like Modbus or OPC. |
| Serial-A | Balance A (RS-232/M12 plug) | Connects to Sartorius balance or similar. |
| Serial-B | Balance B (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-C | Balance C (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-D | Balance D (RS-232/M12 plug) | Additional balance input. |
| Serial-E | BioPAT® Viamass (RS-485/M12 plug) | Viable biomass sensor for capacitance-based measurement. |
| Serial-F | UniVessel® SU (optical sensors, RS-485/M12 plug) | Single-use vessel integration with SU-compatible optical sensors. |
| Pump-A | External Pump A (M12 plug) | Drives substrate addition or liquid transfer. |
| Pump-B | External Pump B (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Pump-C | External Pump C (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Pump-D | External Pump D (M12 plug) | Additional external pump support. |
| Ext. Drive | External Stirrer Motor Control (M12 plug) | Connects and controls magnetic stirrer or top-drive motors. |
| Power Out | Power Output (M12 plug) | Supplies power to external devices (e.g., vessel light, sensors). |
| PA | Potential Equalization | Safety grounding point to avoid electric discharge. |
| Mains | Main Power Supply | Primary power input for Biostat® B-DCU system. |
| Air | Compressed Air Supply | Base gas for aeration, cascade control. |
| O2 | Oxygen Supply | Used for DO control via enrichment in sparger or overlay. |
| N2 | Nitrogen Supply | Used for inert gassing or stripping oxygen. |
| CO2 | Carbon Dioxide Supply | Used for pH control in mammalian cell cultures. |
| Cooling Water (inlet) | Cooling Medium Inlet (nozzle d10 mm) | Inflows cooling water to temperature control jacket or cooling finger. |
| Cooling Water (return) | Cooling Medium Return (nozzle d10 mm) | Outflow of warmed water back to chiller. |
| Stirrer connection cable | Stirrer Motor Signal Cable | Transfers drive signal to the motor on the culture vessel. |
(* Depending on the configuration of the device, the port may be present but not configured for operation. Configuration changes must be made by the manufacturer.)
Controller Weight/Dimensions/Power Requirements
| Power requirements | 120 V (±10%),60 Hz, max. power consumption 12 A |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 360×768×432 cm (14.2×30.2×17.0in.) |
| Net weight: | 45 kg (99 lbs) |
Please note that, depending on the requested options, we may recommend a different bioreactor model that better suits your application.
Customization/Options:
- Exhaust coolers (Please inquire for available inventory)
- Chiller for the exhaust cooler
- Additional Vessel Scales
- Other vessel sizes may be available
- Other customizations may be available
Testing performed by our in-house service team:
The Biostat B-DCU System passed all tests and was found to be fully functional:
- We tested the power supply to the system.
- We tested the operation of the touchscreen display.
- We tested the communication between the control unit and the bioreactor stations.
- We checked the operation of all peristaltic pumps.
- We verified the functionality of the agitation motors.
- We verified the communication and accuracy of the temperature probes.
- We tested the communication and responsiveness of the dissolved oxygen (DO) sensors.
- We confirmed the proper operation of the heating blankets.
- We verified the accuracy of the integrated scales.
- We tested the functionality of the gas mixing components.
- We confirmed the functionality of the coolant distribution components.
Instrument Overview:
- The Sartorius Stedim Biostat B-DCU 6-fold system is a high-performance, multi-station bioreactor platform designed to streamline parallel processing in cell culture.
- It features six bioreactor stations and a centralized BioPat DCU Tower, offering unified and efficient control.
- Each station comes pre-equipped with a 2L single-walled UniVessel Glass reactor, a dedicated agitation motor, and sensor cabling for seamless operation.
- This system enables the simultaneous cultivation of six independent batches, significantly increasing throughput and accelerating development timelines.
- Its modular control architecture integrates pumps, sensors, and temperature regulation for precise, customizable control of each vessel.
- With built-in agitation, gas mixing, and heating components, the Biostat B-DCU system ensures optimal conditions for each bioprocess.
- Engineered for scalability and consistency, the 6-fold configuration is ideal for multi-batch processing, enhancing reproducibility and efficiency in upstream development.
Instrument Application:
- Parallel cell line development
- Media optimization studies
- Small-scale upstream process development
- Batch and fed-batch cultivation
- Scale-down model validation
The Key Features:
- Six bioreactor stations for parallel processing
- Advanced pH, DO, and temperature control
- Adaptable for microbial & cell culture applications
- Independent vessel parameter control
- Integrated pumps and gas flow system
- Touchscreen interface for intuitive operation
Why do so many customers choose to order from us?
Our Advantage
- We have experience servicing and repairing these instruments.
- This instrument goes through all the described service steps before shipping. see the questions section below
- We offer detailed photos and videos of the instruments you buy.
- We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many large US, Canadian, and EU Universities.
- We are an approved pre-owned equipment vendor to many Fortune 500 US and International Biopharma companies.
- Technical sales consultation available
- Remote installation and instrument operation training may be available.
- On-site installation may be available in the Boston Area (New England area)
- US or International shipping is no problem (see the shipping tab on how we pack and feel at ease)
Our Guarantee
- Warranty
- You get after-sales technical support
- Customer references are available
- The instrument will be fully functional!
- Smooth process from the initial quote to order fulfillment
This will ship via freight. Please contact us with your zip code to obtain a shipping quote.
LA Large Crate
500#
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE QUESTIONS BELOW ARE ANSWERED IN MORE THOROUGH DETAIL ON OUR WEBSITE
Q: Can I view this instrument in person at your facility or do a live Zoom demo before it is shipped to me?
A: We can accommodate both in-person or Zoom demos.
Q: What about the warranty?
A: The instrument comes fully warranted for both parts and labor.
Q: Do you offer installation, service, etc?
A: We offer remote installation and training packages to familiarize you with this instrument.
Q: What should I watch out for when buying a used/pre-owned instrument from another lab?
A: Ensure that the instrument is in good working condition with no damage or wear that could affect its performance. Ask for details about testing steps performed, video demo, and test screenshots.
Q: Do you have more than one of these instruments on hand?
A: We generally carry multiple instruments on hand, along with a variety of spare parts.
Q: This procurement is for a University or College. Are purchase orders with NET terms accepted?
A: We accept purchase orders from all major US and Canadian universities.
Q: How fast will you ship?
A: We can ship within a few days to two weeks. Shipping time depends on the current demand for our instruments. Members of our sales team will be able to offer current delivery estimates.
Q: Will my instrument be insured during shipping?
A: Absolutely! We insure all our shipments as long as we are the shipper. If a customer ships on their account, they handle insurance.
Q: How do you pack? Have you previously packed and shipped the fragile laboratory instruments?
A: We have extensive experience shipping high-end and complex laboratory instruments in the US and Internationally.
Q: Do you ship Internationally?
A: Yes! We have shipped to multiple continents and over 30 countries.
Q: How much will I save buying it pre-owned, and is it worth it?
A: When compared to buying a new instrument, you will save 60% or more and have plenty of funds left over for an additional instrument or two.
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